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Food
Jc Chapter 3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Carbohydrates | Give energy. |
| Fibre | Helps move food through the intestines. |
| Fat | Stores energy and insulates. Fats have twice the energy value of carbohydrates or proteins. |
| Protein | Makes and repairs body parts. |
| Vitamin C | Keeps skin and gums healthy. |
| Vitamin D | Helps to form strong bones. |
| Iron | Forms red blood cells. |
| Calcium | Forms healthy bones. |
| Water | Allows cells to function properly |
| Food Pyramid | Suggests the daily number of serving of each of the five food groups. |
| Starch | Tested using iodine |
| Reducing Sugars | Tested using Benedict's solution., |
| Fats | Tested using brown paper. |
| Proteins | Tested using the Biuret solution (sodium hydroxide and copper sulfate) |